SURVIVING IN NANAIMO 2021 - A GUIDE TO LOCAL AGENCIES AND SERVICES
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SURVIVING
IN NANAIMO
2021
The most up-to-date
version of the guide can be
viewed online at:
www.nanaimo.ca/goto/
SurvivingInNanaimo
Questions, changes, or additions
regarding brochure contents should be
directed to the listed agency or the
City of Nanaimo’s Social Planning Section
Phone 250 755 4464
A GUIDE
Email: socialplanning@nanaimo.ca TO LOCAL
AGENCIES
AND SERVICES
UPDATED: January 2021NOTE: Organiza ons listed in
the Surviving in Nanaimo Guide
may be affected by COVID-19
restric ons. Times, loca ons,
and frequency of services
offered are subject to change.
HelpSeeker.org
The HelpSeeker app is a free
network of loca on-based
services, resources, and
support you need to help your
clients and the community.
Please visit
Helpseeker.org
online for a
comprehensive,
up-to-date list of
services and supports
in Nanaimo.EMERGENCY SERVICES
THE SALVATION ARMY NEW HOPE CENTRE 250-714-1142
19 Nicol Street
Temporary shelter for men.
UNITARIAN SHELTER *OPEN YEAR ROUND*
595 Townsite Road 250-754-3720
Temporary shelter for men and women.
ST. PETER’S COLD WEATHER SHELTER 778-441-2568
— WINTER ONLY
St. Peter’s Church, 301 Machleary Street
Temporary shelter for men and women.
Nov 15, 2020—Mar 31, 2021, 8:30 pm-7:00 am
TILLICUM LELUM YOUTH SAFE HOUSE 250-753-8266
477 Tenth Street
Short-term housing for at-risk youth, ages 12-18.
All youth welcome.
HAVEN SOCIETY TRANSITION HOUSE 250-756-2452
Temporary shelter/crisis support for women and children.
CRISIS LINE 1-888-494-3888
CRISIS CHAT www.vicrisis.ca
CRISIS TEXT 250-800-3806
Provides non-judgmental emo onal support.
COMMUNITY OUTREACH RESPONSE (COR) 1-888-494-3888
Mobile Crisis Response service available 7 days per week.
To access call the Vancouver Island Crisis Line.
VANCOUVER ISLAND CRISIS SOCIETY 1-888-494-3888
www.vicrisis.ca/community-resource-database
Provides 24 hour crisis line support with public access to the
Mental Health Crisis Response Team, Island-wide searchable
online resource database, and community educa on
workshops dealing with communica on, youth resilience,
crisis, trauma and suicide awareness.
• Crisis Line available 24/7 1-888-494-3888
• Crisis Chat 6:00 pm—10:00 pm nightly www.vicrisis.ca
• Crisis Text 6:00 pm—10:00 pm nightly 250-800-3806
• Administra;on 250-753-2495
MINISTRY OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT & POVERTY REDUCTION
Income Assistance Services 1-866-866-0800
POISON CONTROL LINE 1-800-567-8911
bc211 Dial 211
Free info/referral re: social services in BC.
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Please contact the organiza on to confirm program availability.INDEX
Addic ons Services ............................................................... 3
Clothing, Furniture & Household Goods ............................... 5
Community Resources and Services ..................................... 6
Counselling Services .........................................................….12
Disability Services…………………………………………………………….14
Drop In …………………………………………………………………………....16
Employment ........................................................................ 16
First Na ons ....................................................................... 17
Food .................................................................................... 19
Health Services .................................................................... 21
Housing…………………………………………………………………………….22
Legal .................................................................................... 25
Seniors ................................................................................ 26
Transporta on .................................................................... 28
Youth ................................................................................... 29
Miscellaneous ..................................................................... 33
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NOTE: COVID-19 restric ons may affect programs.ADDICTIONS SERVICES
NOTES ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS 250-753-7513
www.nanaimoaa.org
212 - 285 Prideaux Street
Helping alcoholics achieve sobriety. Mee ng informa on is
_________________________________ available online.
_________________________________
AL-ANON 1-888-425-2666
_________________________________ www.bcyukon-al-anon.org
_________________________________ Support for friends and families of alcoholics.
_________________________________ ARC ADDICTION AND RECOVERY CLINIC 250-754-9111
_________________________________ 200 - 55 Victoria Road
_________________________________ Provides medica on-assisted therapy for opiate addic on/
dependence: compassionate, caring, non-judgmental help.
_________________________________ Monday—Friday, 8:30 am—5:00 pm
_________________________________
AVI HEALTH CENTRE 250-754-9111
_________________________________ www.avi.org
_________________________________ 102 - 55 Victoria Road
_________________________________ Provides integrated services such as educa on, advocacy
and client support to individuals with HIV/AIDS, Hep. C and
_________________________________ other communicable diseases. Provides educa on and
_________________________________ harm reduc on informa on to schools, the broader
community and target popula ons.
_________________________________ Monday - Thursday, 9:00 am—5:00 pm
_________________________________
_________________________________ BC ALCOHOL & DRUG INFO 1-800-663-1441
& REFERRAL LINE
_________________________________ A 24/7 informa on line and referral services throughout BC
_________________________________ for people needing any kind of help with substance abuse.
_________________________________ CRESCENT HOUSE 250-716-3402
_________________________________ 1126 Seafield Crescent
_________________________________ Sobering beds for men and women who have used
substances and need a safe place to sleep.
_________________________________ 24 hours per day.
_________________________________
DISCOVERY YOUTH & FAMILY 250-739-5790
_________________________________ SUBSTANCE USE SERVICES
_________________________________ 206 - 96 Cavan Street.
_________________________________ Youth and family addic on services. Early interven on
services to secondary schools and outreach services.
_________________________________ Monday - Friday, 8:30 am—5:00 pm
_________________________________
_________________________________
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Please contact the organiza on to confirm program availability.EATING DISORDERS PROGRAM 250-754-2773 MINISTRY OF CHILDREN & FAMILY DEVELOPMENT
201 - 190 Wallace Street • 202 - 488 Albert Street 250-741-5444
A NARSF program. Open referral program offering clinical Inves gates claims of abuse and neglect. Adop ons. Child
services to clients and their families affected by disordered and youth special needs and mental health. FASD key
ea ng. workers.
• 101 - 488 Albert Street 250-741-3600
GAMBLING HELPLINE 1-888-795-6111 Children's resources, foster paren ng, youth proba on
program and youth services.
MENTAL HEALTH & SUBSTANCE USE SERVICES Monday - Friday, 8:30 am—4:30 pm.
WALK-IN CRISIS COUNSELLING CLINIC 250-739-5710 • 201 - 190 Wallace Street 250-741-5734
203 - 2000 Island Highway FASD Key Workers support any families & caregivers of
(back of Brooks Landing mall) children & youth who are living with FASD by providing
We provide single session crisis counselling and intake for resources and info tailored to meet individual needs.
substance use (addic on) services. A link to mental health Monday - Friday, 8:30 am—4:30 pm.
and substance use services for all ages.
No appointment necessary—just walk in. SCOUTS CANADA 1-888-855-3336
Monday - Friday, 10:00 am — 5:00 pm www.scouts.ca
NANAIMO MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE USE YOUTH AGAINST VIOLENCE (If in immediate danger, call 911)
ADVISORY COMMITTEE www.youthagainstviolenceline.com 1-800-680-4264
Email: nmhaac2017@gmail.com Call if you’re in any way concerned about your safety or the
Our goal is to reduce s gma and consult with Island Health safety of others. Confiden al and 24/7.
in issues of concern to people with lived experience and
their families. Inquire by email for more info/mee ng mes.
MISCELLANEOUS
NAR-ANON
www.naranonbc.ca CANADA REVENUE AGENCY - INCOME TAX
A 12 step self-help program offering recovery and support www.cra.gc.ca
for families and friends of addicts. Weekly mee ngs for • General inquiries 1-800-959-8281
those who know or have known a feeling of despera on due • Tele-Refund 1-800-959-1956
to the addic on problem of someone close to them. • Child Tax and Childcare Benefits 1-800-387-1193
Mondays, 7-8 pm—Country Grocer—Southgate,
#1-TwelIh Street (Don 250-739-0250) CRIMESTOPPERS 1-800-222-8477
Thursdays, 1-2:30 pm - Country Grocer—Community Room,
1800 Dufferin Crescent (Cheryl 250-816-8669) VIU HAIRDRESSING PROGRAM 250-740-6115
900 FiIh Street, Building 164
NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS 1-800-494-2404 www.viu.ca/hairdressing
www.cviana.ca Hairdressing by student hairdressers (with professional
We offer recovery from the effects of addic on through supervisor) at low prices. Call for an appointment.
working a 12 step program, including regular aJendance at Monday - Thursday, 9:00 am—4:00 pm
group mee ngs. Members learn from one another how to
live drug-free.
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NOTE: COVID-19 restric ons may affect programs. Please contact the organiza on to confirm program availability.NANAIMO YOUTH SERVICES 1-855-922-0220 NARSF PROGRAMS LTD. 250-754-2773
www.nysa.bc.ca www.narsf.org
290 Bas on Street 201 - 170 Wallace Street
Provides employment services to connect and empower Provides a range of counselling, therapy, health and harm
youth ages 16-30. reduc on services to individuals, children, youth and
Monday - Friday, 8:30 am—4:30 pm families.
Monday - Friday, 9:00 am—5:00 pm
RAINBOWS NANAIMO 250-751-7888 Mobile Health Outreach 1-844-482-4239
www.rainbowsnanaimo.ca Provides harm reduc on supplies.
A grief support group program offered in Nanaimo through
community sites and School District 68. Provides support to QUIT NOW BY PHONE 1-877-455-2233
children, teens and their families when dealing with a SMOKER’S HELPLINE
significant loss—death, divorce, abandonment, etc.
12-week programs offered throughout the year: SMART RECOVERY 250-802-2235/
registra on required, free of charge. 3151 Barons Road 250-739-5880
www.smartrecoverybc.com
YOUTH HEALTH CLINIC 250-755-3345 SMART Recovery is a self empowering addic on recovery
1665 Grant Avenue support group.
For youth up to age 25. Provides contracep on counselling, Mee ngs are Thursdays from 7:00 pm—8:30 pm
pregnancy tes ng, with non-judgmental op on counselling Family and friends meet on Tuesday, 6:30 pm—8:00 pm
and referral. STI tes ng and treatment.
Tuesdays, 2:00 pm—4:30 pm SPIRIT OF FREEDOM MINISTRIES 1-800-535-6011
Mondays, 3:00 pm—4:00 pm (pill pickup for exis ng clients www.sofm.org
only) 9:00—11:00 group sessions
A Chris an program that brings new hope to the chemically
TRANSITIONS WITHDRAWAL MANAGEMENT dependent, their families and others.
& SUPPORTIVE RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM 250-754-2773
170 Wallace Street (around back-lower level) VANCOUVER ISLAND THERAPEUTIC COMMUNITY
A NARSF Program. Referral through Discovery Youth and 2368 Rosstown Road 250-758-5611
Family Addic ons (VIHA) for youth with problema c drug 20 bed clean and sober housing for adult males. Provides
and alcohol use to achieve their goal of abs nence or group and individual programming and outreach services.
reduc on of harmful consequences of substance use. Monday - Friday, 8:30 am—4:00 pm
SEXUAL ABUSE INTERVENTION 250-754-2773 CLOTHING , FURNITURE
201 - 190 Wallace Street
A NARSF Program. Open referral program for children, & HOUSEHOLD GOODS
teens and families who have disclosed sexual abuse or are
at risk for sexual exploita on. FRIENDS OF HAVEN THRIFT SHOP 250-754-3687
451 Albert Street
HOSPICE YOUTH PROGRAM 250-591-8811 Low cost used clothing, toys, small furniture and appliances,
www.teensanddeath.com and books.
1080 St. George Crescent Wednesday-Saturday, 9:30 am—3:30 pm
Offers a safe haven for teens ages 13-18 dealing with the Dona ons accepted Wednesday-Saturday, 9:30am-3:00pm
death of a special person and a website designed for teens.
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NOTE: COVID-19 restric ons may affect programs. Please contact the organiza on to confirm program availability.HABITAT RESTORE 250-758-8743 CHILDREN’S HELPLINE
www.habitatmvi.org Children to call: 310-1234
The Restore sells new and used building materials, supplies To report child abuse and neglect: 1-800-663-9122
and household goods, furniture and appliances. Dona ons
accepted with free pick up service available. Please call CREATIVE COUNSELLING FOR CHILDREN
ahead before making a dona on. www.nanaimohospice.com 250-591-8811
Monday - Saturday, 8:30 am—4:00 pm 1080 St. George Crescent
Working with crea ve mediums including art, sand trays,
NANAIMO HOSPICE SHOPPE 250-585-0885 clay modeling, play and music, the children’s counselor
www.nanaimohospiceshoppe.com offers gentle support to children up to age 12 in a safe
Volunteer, shop, or donate gently used clothing, jewelry, environment where they can express their feelings around
collectables, books, household tools, items and furniture. the loss of a loved one.
100% of profits support Nanaimo Hospice programs.
Tuesday - Saturday, 10:00 am—4:00 pm FRIENDSHIP LELUM YOUTH SAFE HOUSE 250-753-8266
• 35 - 1925 Bowen Road Short-term emergency housing for at-risk youth ages 12-18
to assists them to leave the streets and learn to live safe,
ST. ANDREW'S ECONOMY HOUSE STORE 250-753-1924 healthy lives.
311 Fitzwilliam Street
Low-cost used clothing, small household items, children's GIRL GUIDES OF CANADA 1-800-565-8111
items. www.girlguides.ca
ThriI Store: Monday and Wednesday, 10:00 am—3:00 pm
KIDS HELP PHONE 1-800-668-6868
ST. PAUL’S ANGLICAN CHURCH 250-753-2523 www.kidshelpphone.ca
29 Church Street Free anonymous and confiden al 24/7 phone and on-line
Offers limited emergency assistance with clothing vouchers. professional counselling service for youth. Large or small
Monday - Friday, 9:00 am—12:00 pm concerns.
THE SALVATION ARMY THRIFT STORES HAVEN SOCIETY’S CHILDREN WHO WITNESS ABUSE
Tuesday - Saturday, 10:00 am—4:30 pm PROGRAM 250-756-2452
• 1613 Bowen Road 250-754-9340 www.havensociety.com
• 205 - 6750 Island Highway North 250-390-1881 An interven on/preven on program created by the BC
• #14-4128 Mostar Road (Mondays only) 250-585-8505 Society of Transi on Houses to address the needs of
children and youth ages 3-18 who have been exposed to
COMMUNITY RESOURCES AND SERVICES violence at home. The goal of the program is to interrupt/
break the cycle of inter-genera onal abuse.
AIDS VANCOUVER ISLAND 250-754-9111
www.avi.org PACIFICCARE 250-756-2022
102 - 55 Victoria Road 3156 Barons Road
Provides integrated services such as educa on, advocacy, www.pacific-care.bc.ca
and client support to individuals with HIV/AIDS, Hepa s C, The Child Care Resource and Referral (CCRR) is the
and other communicable diseases. community’s best source for child care informa on,
Provides educa on and harm reduc on informa on to resources and child care referrals. PacificCare offers access
schools, the broader community, and target popula ons. to liability insurance coverage for Registered Child Care
Monday, 9:00 am—2:00 pm providers and Mother Goose Programs.
Tuesday—Thursday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday - Friday, 8:30 am—4:30 pm
Last Thursday of each month, 8:30 am—7:00 pm
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NOTE: COVID-19 restric ons may affect programs. Please contact the organiza on to confirm program availability.BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF CENTRAL VANCOUVER ISLAND MENTAL HEALTH RECOVERY PARTNERS SOCIETY
www.bgccvi.com 250-754-3215 —CENTRAL VANCOUVER ISLAND 250-760-6031
Child and youth centered organiza on dedicated to the www.bcssnanaimo.org
growth and development of individuals through high quality Email: bcssnanaimo@telus.net
recrea on, care and enrichment programs that are open, 2353 Rosstown Road
innova ve and fun. Tuesday and Thursday, 12:30 pm—4:00 pm
• 20 FiIh Street 250-754-3220
Programs include: South Side Teen Centre, Daycare and ALZHEIMER SOCIETY RESOURCE CENTRE 250-734-4170
Out of School Care. www.alzheimerbc.org
• 7 - 7221 Lantzville Road 250-390-4001 200 - 1585 Bowen Road
Programs include: Family Place Program (drop-in for Helps those concerned with or facing demen a build the
moms and children under 6), Out of School Care and knowledge, skills and confidence to maintain quality of life.
Preschool.
• 1400 Cranberry Avenue 250-753-2464 CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY 250-741-8180
Programs include: Family Place, Daycare, Out of School 777E Poplar Street
Care and Preschool. Provides emo onal and prac cal support and assistance to
• 2050 La mer Road 250-751-8937 cancer pa ents, arranges out-of-town transport for cancer
Programs include: Out of School Care. pa ents during treatment. Wigs, hats, scarves, bras,
• 2080 Sun Valley Drive 250-618-7681 prostheses, brochures, books, videos, and appointments for
Programs include: Out of School Care. the wig and hair stylist are available at no cost.
• 2290 Bowen Road 250-585-2480 Register for the Look Good Feel BeJer Program online
Programs include: Out of School Care. (lookgoodfeelbeJer.ca) or by telephone 1-800-914-5665.
Prostate and Women’s Cancer support groups meet
CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTRE monthly on site. No fees.
www.nanaimocdc.com 250-753-0251 Monday - Friday, 9:00 am—3:00 pm
1135 Nelson Street (July and August, 10:00 am—2:00 pm)
Provides individualized services for children up to age 19
and their families that promote op mum child CANADIAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION 250-758-4223
development. Most programs and services are available at www.diabetes.ca
no cost except for preschool. Programs include infant 1 - 4166 Departure Bay Road
development, family support services, supported child Supports people affected by diabetes by providing
development, physiotherapy, occupa onal therapy and informa on, support and referrals if required.
speech/language therapy. Informa;on line 1-800-226-8464
Monday - Friday, 8:30 am—4:30 pm Monday - Friday, 10:00 am—2:00 pm
CHILD & YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH CANADIAN MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION
Ministry of Children and Family Development www.mid-island.cmha.bc.ca 250-244-4042
301—190 Wallace Street 250-741-5701 126 Haliburton Street
Provides service to children/youth (up to 19) and families Dedicated to the promo on and improvement of mental
who are seeking assistance regarding a mental health health and quality of life in the community, through
concern. effec ve services, advocacy, awareness and educa on,
Walk-in intake hours: resource genera on and partnerships.
Wednesday & Thursday, 9:00 am—12 noon
and 1:00 pm—3:00 pm
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NOTE: COVID-19 restric ons may affect programs. Please contact the organiza on to confirm program availability.CANADIAN RED CROSS 250-756-9363 NANAIMO REGIONAL TRANSIT SYSTEM 250-390-4531
www.redcross.ca www.rdn.bc.ca
3 - 2525 McCullough Road (Offers a variety of fare op ons and kids under age 5 ride
Medical equipment loans. Referral required. free. The “Kids Ride Free” program allows a paying family
Monday - Friday, 9:30 am—4:30 pm member or guardian to bring 2 children (age 14 and
younger) on board for free travel between 5:00 pm Friday to
UNITARIAN SHOWER PROGRAM 250-755-4464 the end of service Sunday.
Caledonia Sports Field, 110 Wall Street
Individuals can use the shower facility at Caledonia AC TAXI 250-753-1231
Sports Field at no charge. YELLOW CAB 250-751-1111
Monday - Friday, 7:00 am—12:00 pm
CENTRAL V.I. MULTICULTURAL SOCIETY YOUTH
IMMIGRANT WELCOME CENTRE 250-753-6911
www.cvims.org ABORIGINAL CHILD & YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH
101 - 319 Selby Street 301 - 190 Wallace Street 250-741-5734
Provides services to immigrants such as English language Toll Free: 1-866-722-2235
classes, employment and direct seJlement assistance. Provides confiden al, free outreach services for aboriginal
Monday - Friday, 8:30 am—4:30 pm children, youth and families who may be experiencing
difficul es with thoughts, feelings or behaviours. Provides
FIRST LINK 1-800-936-6033 info, workshops & referrals to other community partners.
www.alzheimerbc.org Walk-in intake hours:
Early interven on to connect individuals and families Wednesday & Thursday, 9:00 am— 12 noon and
with services and support as soon as possible aIer 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
diagnosis. • FASD Key Workers: Supports any families and caregivers
of children & youth who are living with FASD by providing
NARSF PROGRAMS LTD. 250-754-2773 resources and info tailored to meet individual needs.
www.narsf.org Monday - Friday, 8:30 am—4:30 pm
201 - 170 Wallace Street
Provides a range of counselling, therapy, health and BIG BROTHERS & BIG SISTERS 250-756-2447
harm reduc on services to individuals, children, youth www.bigscvi.ca
and families. 2030 Northfield Road
Monday - Friday, 9:00 am—5:00 pm Provides children and youth the highest quality volunteer-
Mobile Health Outreach 1-844-482-4239 based mentoring programs.
Provides harm reduc on supplies. Monday - Friday, 9:00 am—5:00 pm
HAVEN SOCIETY OUTREACH 250-756-2452 ALPHABET SOUP LGBTQ YOUTH DROP-IN GROUP
www.havensociety.com Nanaimo Pride Society 250-754-9111
Provides non-judgmental support to marginalized Offers fun ac vi es, support and networking to LGBTQ
women in the community who are at risk of violence and youth ages 13-24 in the RDN area. Provides a safe and
homelessness. The program is based around harm inclusive space for marginalized youth to come together and
reduc on, mee ng immediate needs, and promo ng aJain a sense of belonging within the group.
healthy choices. Monday nights, 6:00 pm—8:00 pm
• 24/7 Crisis Line: 1-888-756-0616 (or 911)
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NOTE: COVID-19 restric ons may affect programs. Please contact the organiza on to confirm program availability.NANAIMO LIFELINE PROGRAM 250-739-5770 NANAIMO COMMUNITY HOSPICE SOCIETY
www.nanaimolifeline.ca www.nanaimohospice.com 250-591-8811
202 - 1801 Bowen Road 1080 St. George Crescent
24 hour emergency response system designed to support Offers comprehensive pallia ve and grief support programs
medically at risk or disabled persons living at home and for the whole family.
those who are at risk for physical health reasons.
Monday - Friday, 8:30 am—4:30 pm INCOME TAX
Salva on Army 250-754-2621
BC BLIND SPORTS SENIOR FITNESS PROGRAM Volunteer Nanaimo 250-758-7121
www.bcblindsports.bc.ca 250-716-9053 Phone for guidelines and appointments.
BC blind sports is offering a fitness program for blind/sight
impaired seniors in Nanaimo. This is a low impact fitness ISLAND CRISIS CARE SOCIETY
program with emphasis on balance, flexibility and muscle www.islandcrisiscaresociety.ca 250-716-3402
strength. Program is beneficial for adults of all ages. In 1126 Seafield Crescent
order to qualify you must become a member of BC Blind Sobering beds for men and women who have used
Sports (applica on form available online). substances and need a safe place to sleep.
For more informa on and registra on please contact:
ISLAND DEAF & HARD OF HEARING CENTRE
Carolyn Gunn, BCBS Volunteer Liaison at 250-716-9053 or
www.idhhc.ca 250-753-0999
carolyngunn03@shaw.ca.
102 – 6588 Applecross Road
Provides counselling, support, hearing loss, employment,
TRANSPORTATION family, community, and interpre ng services.
TTY customers please dial 250-753-0977.
BC BUS PASS PROGRAM 1-866-866-0800 Monday - Friday, 8:30 am—4:30 pm
www.mhr.gov.bc.ca/programs/other.htm#bp
Annual bus pass for low-income seniors and persons with LITERACY CENTRAL VANCOUVER ISLAND
disabili es on restricted incomes. Allows unlimited travel on www.literacycentralvi.org 250-754-8988
the Regional transit system. 19 Commercial Street
Assists adults upgrade reading, wri ng and numeracy skills.
BC FERRIES
www.bcferries.com 1-888-223-3779 MINISTRY OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT AND POVERTY
• Departure Bay Terminal 250-753-1261 REDUCTION
• Duke Point Terminal 250-722-0181 • Income Assistance Services 1-866-866-0800
• Gabriola Terminal 250-753-9344 • Child Care Programs and Services 1-888-338-6622
handyDART 250-390-3000
www.rdn.bc.ca NANAIMO LIFELINE PROGRAM 250-739-5770
Convenient door-to-door transporta on for people with www.nanaimolifeline.ca
special needs. Must be a registered client. 102 - 1801 Bowen Road
Call the office for more details, pricing info and vendor 24-hour emergency response system designed to support
loca ons. Does not operate on statutory holidays. the medically at risk, disabled persons living at home, and
• Office Hours those at risk for physical health reasons.
Monday - Friday, 8:00 am—4:30 pm Monday - Friday, 8:30 am—4:30 pm
• Bus Service Hours
Monday - Friday, 7:00 am—9:00 pm
Saturday, 9:00 am—6:00 pm
Sunday, 9:00 am—5:00 pm
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NOTE: COVID-19 restric ons may affect programs. Please contact the organiza on to confirm program availability.THE MEN’S CENTRE NANAIMO FAMILY LIFE—SENIOR PEER COUNSELLING
www.themenscentre.ca 250-716-1551 www.nflabc.org 250-754-3331
418D Fitzwilliam Street (main door off Richards Street) 1070 Townsite Road
Individual counselling support. “Dealing with the Dragon,” a Provides counselling and support to alleviate loneliness and
course on managing the emo onal landscape and violence isola on of seniors who are age 55+. The service is offered
preven on, is for men only. Boots to Suits Program— in the home, the office and community.
supplying work clothing by referral only. Seniors are encouraged to enjoy healthy aging through
Tuesday - Thursday, 10:00 am—3:00 pm (Closed 12-1 pm) physical, emo onal, and spiritual well-being.
Office: Monday - Thursday, 10:00 am—3:00 pm
CMHA SOCIAL CENTRE 250-244-4042
437 Wesley Street SENIORS OUTREACH TEAM (SORT) 250-755-3301
A social, recrea onal and voca onal program for adults 1665 Grant Avenue
living with mental health and/or substance use challenges. Provides assessment and treatment services to seniors over
Join us for socializing, physical ac vi es, and workshops in a 65 who are experiencing mental health problems such as
suppor ve, inclusive environment. We offer support, Alzheimer disease or depression. Support and educa on to
community connec on, resource informa on and access to family and professional caregivers is available.
our employment program. Monday - Friday, 9:00 am—5:00 pm
Monday and Friday, 10:00 am—4:00 pm
Wednesday, 1:00 pm -7:00 pm VANCOUVER ISLAND UNIVERSITY CENTRE
FOR CONTINUING STUDIES - ELDER COLLEGE
MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT LINE 310-6789 www.viu.ca/eldercollege 1-866-734-6252
www.heretohelp.bc.ca Courses offered at preferen al rates for people ages 50+.
The Vancouver Island Crisis Society also answers the
provincial 310Mental Health Support 24/7/365 to provide PARADISE ISLE SENIORS SOCIETY
empowering emo onal support, informa on on appropriate 201 Albert Street 250-754-9566
resources and a wide range of support rela ng to mental Seniors drop-in centre with various ac vi es offered. Lunch
health concerns. Informa on on mental health, mental available Tuesdays and Thursdays.
disorders, and substance use/abuse for individuals, families, Monday - Friday, 10:00 am—3:00 pm
and the community.
ELDERS IN TRANSITION
1800SUICIDE 1-800-784-2433 elders@nanaimohospice.com 250-802-9522
The Vancouver Island Crisis Line and other network Moving out, moving in, moving on. The Hospice Shoppe
members of the Crisis Line Associa on of BC answer this supports seniors in transi on and their families (free of
24/7/365 provincial service to support callers experiencing charge) through a sensi ve and prac cal approach to the
suicidal thoughts. Workers provide skilled suicide downsizing and/or disposi on of household and personal
assessment, de-escala on, interven on, resources, and possessions.
short-term support.
GRIEF SUPPORT FOR SENIORS
NANAIMO RCMP VICTIM SERVICES 250-755-3146 www.nanaimohospice.com 250-591-8811
303 Prideaux Street Provides Offers informa on sessions, individual counselling and
emo onal support, referrals, jus ce system support, crisis group support for seniors dealing with care giving and loss.
interven on, and assistance with forms to vic ms of crime
and other trauma.
Monday—Friday, 8:30 am-4:30 pm.
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NOTE: COVID-19 restric ons may affect programs. Please contact the organiza on to confirm program availability.DIAL-A-LAW PROGRAM 1-800-565-5297 SOCIETY FOR EQUITY, INCLUSION, AND ADVOCACY (SEIA)
www.dialalaw.org www.seia.ca
General informa on on the law as it applies in BC (not legal 203-489 Wallace Street 250-753-2321
advice). Women’s Resource & Support Line 250-753-0633
Provides service and support through internal programs and
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS BRANCH external partnerships so that all persons impacted by
www.gov.bc.ca/employmentstandards 250-390-6186 systemic barriers are able to access the services, supports
2nd Floor, 6475 Metral Drive and benefits to which they are en tled regardless of age,
Enforces the Employment Standards Act and Regula on race, gender, sexual orienta on, income, educa on, or
which set minimum standards of wages and working family status and, as a result, experience enhanced health,
condi ons in most work places. well-being and social inclusion.
Monday - Friday, 8:30 am—4:30 pm
VANCOUVER ISLAND CRISIS SOCIETY
www.vicrisis.ca Administra on 250-753-2495
SENIORS www.vicrisis.ca/community-resource-database/
Provides 24 hour crisis line support with public access to the
HOME & COMMUNITY CARE CENTRAL INTAKE Mental Health Crisis Response Team, Island-wide searchable
1665 Grant Avenue 250-739-5749 online resource database, and community educa on
Provides informa on about services they offer such as workshops dealing with communica on, youth resilience,
community care, outreach and more. crisis, trauma and suicide awareness.
• Crisis Line available 24/7 1-888-494-3888
Monday - Friday, 8:00 am—4:00 pm
• Crisis Chat 6:00 pm—10:00 pm nightly www.vicrisis.ca
• Crisis Text 6:00 pm—10:00 pm nightly 250-800-3806
THE MEN’S CENTRE 1-877-716-1551 ext. 13
418 Fitzwilliam Street or 250-716-1551 ext. 3
Seniors Reach Out VANCOUVER ISLAND REGIONAL LIBRARY
Senior supports and check-ins for men and women. www.virl.bc.ca
Library cards are free if you live or pay property taxes in the
SENDIAL PROGRAM (THRIFTY FOODS) 1-800-667-8280 V.I. Regional Library service area. Bring ID showing place of
Shopping and home delivery service designed for those who residence.
are physically unable to shop for themselves ($5 delivery • 90 Commercial Street (Downtown) 250-753-1154
charge and payment required upon delivery - they do not Monday, Wednesday thru Saturday, 10:00 am—4:00 pm
accept cash). Tuesday, 1:00 pm—7:00 pm
Sunday—Closed
NANAIMO HARBOUR CITY SENIORS 250-755-7501 • 84B-3200 N. Island Hwy (Wellington) 250-758-5544
www.nanaimo.ca Monday - Saturday, 10:00 am—4:30 pm
Offers a complete range of cultural and recrea onal Sunday—Closed
• 6250 Hammond Bay Road (Nanaimo North) 250-933-2665
ac vi es to anyone age 60+ (or anyone who has a partner
60+). Also offers hearing and blood pressure clinics. Monday, Wednesday thru Saturday, 10:00 am—4:30 pm
Membership cost is $41.45 per calendar year. Tuesday, 1:00 pm—7:30 pm
Sunday—Closed
VANCOUVER ISLAND UNIVERSITY LIBRARY
www.viu.ca/library 250-740-6330
900 FiIh Street
Non-students can get a community borrower’s card by
showing ID with a current address.
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www.volunteernanaimo.ca LEGAL
Unit E—3148 Barons Road
A mul -service resource agency offering training, RESIDENTIAL TENANCY BRANCH INFO LINE
fundraising resources and technological development and www.gov.bc.ca/landlordtenant 1-800-665-8779
support to other non-profit agencies, free income tax
service to low-income people, and computer service by MID-ISLAND LEGAL AID 250-753-4396
dona on. 210 Milton Street
Monday - Thursday, 9:00 am—3:00 pm Denice Barrie, Barrister and Solicitor, helps people with low
incomes resolve their legal problems and facilitates access
THE SALVATION ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICES OFFICE to jus ce.
19 Nicol Street 250-754-2621
Provides volunteer income tax services; haircuts for men TENANT RESOURCE & ADVISORY CENTRE (TRAC)
bi-weekly; foot care services monthly. Provides eligible www.tenants.bc.ca 1-800-665-1185
individuals assistance with emergency housewares/clothing. Provides legal educa on and informa on about residen al
Monday - Friday, 9:00 am—1:00 pm tenancy maJers.
Monday - Friday, 9:00 am—5:00 pm
COUNSELLING SERVICES LEGAL SERVICES SOCIETY 1-866-577-2525
www.lss.bc.ca
CREDIT COUNSELLING SOCIETY 1-888-527-8999
www.nomoredebts.org JUSTICE ACCESS CENTRE 250-741-5447
Non-profit service providing confiden al credit counselling, www.jus ceaccesscentre.bc.ca
personal budget planning and debt repayment programs 302 - 65 Front Street
and alterna ves. Counselling is free, non-judgmental and Provides help with family and civil law issues that affect
solu on focused. everyday life, such as separa on or divorce (incl. family law
advice), income security, employment, housing or debt.
CROSSROADS CRISIS PREGNANCY CENTRE Offers a resource room and informa on/services to reach
www.cpcnanaimo.com 250-716-1633 solu ons to your problems.
1717 Kerrisdale Road Monday - Friday, 9:00 am—5:30 pm
Offers pregnancy tests, paren ng courses, post-abor on
recovery, op ons counselling, prac cal help, clothing and HAVEN SOCIETY COMMUNITY VICTIM SERVICES
baby wear, group paren ng programs, and 1-on-1 paren ng www.havensociety.com 250-756-2452
support. “Sexual Integrity” courses offered in schools. By Provides jus ce-related support services informa on and
appointment only. emo onal support for individuals and/or families who are
Monday—Thursday 9:00 am—4:00 pm survivors of abuse and violence including sexual assault.
• 24/7 Help Line: 250-714-2191
NANAIMO REGION JOHN HOWARD SOCIETY
HAVEN SOCIETY WOMEN’S COUNSELLING 250-756-2452 www.johnhowardnanaimo.org 250-754-1266
www.havensociety.com 2353 Rosstown Road
Provides individual and group counselling, or women who Provides a therapeu c community at the Nanaimo
are experiencing physical, sexual and/or psychological Correc onal Centre. Involves community in criminal jus ce,
violence in their lives. Workshops include “Strategies for offers community assistance and service work, restora ve
Empowerment” for women who have experienced abuse or jus ce, forensic outreach, housing and public educa on.
assault. Monday - Friday, 8:30 am—4:00 pm
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www.nahs.ca 250-755-1158 www.islandintegratedcounselling.com 250-716-8888
Offers supported independent housing single adults with A non-profit society whose goals are to assist persons to
permanent disabili es. Call 250-714-0170 for more improve their rela onships and meaning through private
informa on. sessions, groups, workshops, media on and other means.
Fees are based according to ability to pay.
NANAIMO YOUTH SERVICES ASSOCIATION
NANAIMO FAMILY LIFE ASSOCIATION 250-754-3331
www.nysa.bc.ca 250-754-1989
www.nflabc.org
Offers staff-supported transi onal housing for youth
1070 Townsite Road
between ages 16 and 19. Rent is geared to income and
Provides affordable individual, rela onship, youth and
tenants never pay more than 30% of their gross income.
seniors counselling. Programs include; Beyond Blame,
Call 250-753-3212 for more informa on.
BeJer at Home Healthy Rela onship workshop, Senior
Connect Program, Youth Group and Sexual Assault
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY 250-758-8078
Response Program. Dates and topics can be found on the
www.habitatmvi.org
website.
1 - 4128 Mostar Road
Office: Monday - Friday, 9:00 am—4:00 pm
Promotes home ownership by building simple, decent, safe
and affordable homes for those who are unable to qualify
NARSF PROGRAMS LTD. 250-754-2773
for a conven onal mortgage. Affordable because of an
www.narsf.org
interest-free mortgage and no down payment required.
201 - 170 Wallace Street
Homes are built by volunteer labour and donated materials.
Provides a range of counselling, therapy, health and harm
reduc on services to individuals, children, youth and
NANAIMO REGION JOHN HOWARD SOCIETY
families, with funding provided by the Ministry of Children &
www.johnhowardnanaimo.org 250-754-1266
Family Development and Vancouver Island Health Authority.
The Transi onal Housing Program provides safe, affordable,
Monday - Friday, 9:00 am—:00 pm
drug and alcohol free residences for men in recovery in a
structured and suppor ve environment. • Living in Families with Teens (LIFT) 250-754-9285
A NARSF Program. An open referral program that
PACIFICA HOUSING 1-877-313-5656 supports parents and teens that are experiencing
www.pacificahousing.ca rela onship difficul es to the extent that the teen’s
827 Fisgard Street (Victoria) placement in the home is in jeopardy.
A non-profit charitable organiza on that provides affordable • Sexual Abuse Interven on 250-754-2773
housing for low income families, persons with disabili es 201 - 190 Wallace Street
and adults who are homeless or at risk of. In Nanaimo, A NARSF Program. An open community referral program
Pacifica Housing has four family complexes and for children, teens and families who have disclosed sexual
one supported housing complex for adults with mental abuse or are at risk for sexual exploita on..
health and/or addic on issues. • Mobile Health Outreach 1-844-482-4239
Provides harm reduc on supplies.
EMERGENCY RESOURCE CENTRE—SHELTER
RESTORATIVE COUNSELLING 250-619-0901
Island Crisis Care Society 778-441-4227
www.restorativecounselling.com
285 Prideaux Street
Temporary shelter space. Referral only. Offers rapid response mental health stabiliza on
Limited 24 hour shelt space available for vulnerable women services using a culturally enriched group model with
and men who are medically compromised. Elders from a variety of Na ons. To connect to group
and 1-to-1 sessions, email intake@restwp.com.
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one dependent child. Families are eligible to apply for
ACCESSIBLE WILDERNESS SOCIETY (A.W.S.) 250-753-5600 cash assistance in the private market or subsidized
info@awsociety.org or www.awsociety.org housing, which is rent geared to income.
• Homelessness
Crea ng opportuni es that provide a chance for Every Body
to par cipate and enjoy a rela vely barrier free wilderness www.bchousing.org/Find/Homeless
adventure. AWS offers people with physical challenges the For people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
opportunity to experience the great outdoors. There are a range of op ons available from immediate
outreach and shelter to accessing more stable forms of
ANGLING LICENSE FEE REDUCTION 250-741-3636 housing.. Availability varies by community.
• Individuals with disabili es
460 Selby Street
Any BC resident with a severe and permanent physical or www.bchousing.org/op ons/Find /Disabled
mental disability who wishes to obtain an annual Non-Tidal Individuals who can live independently and are in receipt
angling license for a reduced fee. of a recognized disability pension, or are considered
Monday - Friday 8:30 am—4:30 pm disabled for income tax purposes, are eligible to apply for
subsidized housing, which is rent geared to income.
VANCOUVER ISLAND MENTAL HEALTH SOCIETY If some support is needed to live, individuals may be
2356 Rosstown Road 250-758-8711 eligible for an assisted living development in their
www.vancouverislandmentalhealthsociety.org community.
Provides rehabilita ve residences and community oriented • Seniors
support services for adults with a psychiatric disability www.bchousing.org/Find/Senior
including those with addic ons. Housing programs and op ons specifically for seniors.
Call BC Housing or one of the below socie es for more
COMMUNITY LIVING BC 250-390-7200 informa on:
www.communitylivingbc.ca • Women experiencing violence
6531 Metral Drive www.bchousing.org/Find/fleeing Abuse
Delivers support and services to adults with developmental For women (with or without dependent children) at risk of
disabili es due to FASD or ASD. violence .
Monday - Friday, 8:30 am—4:30 pm • BC Housing Registry 1-800-257-7756
• M’Akola Housing Society 250-756-4217
NANAIMO ASSOCIATION FOR COMMUNITY LIVING • Mount Benson Housing Society 250-754-5344
www.nanaimoacl.com 250-741-0224 • Nanaimo Lions Housing Society 250-753-8200
Suite 201 - 96 Cavan Street • Nanaimo Building Society 250-753-7041
Provides services to meet the needs of Nanaimo ci zens • Woodgrove Housing Society 250-753-4177
with developmental disabili es and the people that care for · Kiwanis Housing 250-753-6471
them. Home Adapta ons for Independence (HAFI) Program
Monday - Friday, 8:30 am—4:00 pm www.bchousing.org/op ons/home_renova ons
A program to help low-income seniors or people with
NANAIMO BRAIN INJURY SOCIETY 250-753-5600 disabili es to make modifica ons or adapta on to their
www.nbis.ca home directly related to diminished ability. Call BC
235 Bas on Street Housing or visit online to apply or for more informa on.
Provides assistance to persons with an acquired brain injury,
their families and/or caregivers through educa on,
advocacy and community rehabilita on support. Also
educates the public about brain injury preven on.
Monday - Thursday, 9:00 am—4:00 pm
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• Postpartum Depression Support 250-755-3388 NANAIMO DISABILITY RESOURCE CENTRE (NDRC)
• Hearing Services Appointment 250-755-6269 www.ndrc.org 250-758-5547
• Speech Services 250-739-6827 2 - 4166 Departure Bay Road
• Dental Health Program 250-739-5845 NDRC is a non-profit organiza on commiJed to providing
• Nutri on Services 250-739-5845 support, resources, and opportuni es for empowerment,
which allow people living with disabili es to make informed
HEALTH INSURANCE BC choices about their lives. Programs & Services include;
www.healthservices.gov.bc.ca/msp 1-800-663-7100 • Parking Permits for People with Disabili es – issued at
General informa on about the Medical Services Plan and NDRC.
PharmaCare benefits and services. • Computer Training Classes – FREE at NDRC. The NDRC
offers small classes and one-on-one lessons, focusing on
OPTIONS FOR SEXUAL HEALTH individual goals and interests.
204 - 285 Prideaux Street 250-753-9511 • Informa on & Referral – NDRC provides informa on
Reproduc ve health services including birth control related to disabili es through a ‘Resource Directory’ on
informa on and supplies, fer lity awareness, pregnancy the website.
tes ng informa on and counselling, sexually transmiJed Monday - Friday, 8:30 am—4:00 pm
infec ons tes ng and treatment. Appointments preferred.
Monday, 4:00 pm—7:00 pm NANAIMO SUPPORTIVE LIFESTYLES PROGRAM
Tuesday and Thursday, 4:00 pm—6:00 pm www.nanaimosl.ca 250-753-0332
Wednesday, 5:00 pm—8:00 pm Training in social and personal skills for adults with
Friday, 12:00 pm—3:00 pm developmental disabili es so they may work towards
increased independence and experience greater community
SCREENING MAMMOGRAPHY PROGRAM involvement. All referrals for service accepted directly from
www.screeningbc.ca 250-716-5904 Community Living BC.
1804B Bowen Road Monday - Friday, 9:00 am—4:30 pm
Monday - Thursday, 8:30 am—4:00 pm
Friday, 8:30 am—3:30 pm SEMI-INDEPENDENT LIVING PROGRAM 250-754-5015
second Saturday, 8:30 am—12:35 pm 101-235 Bas on Street
Training and support for adults with developmental
VIU DENTAL CLINIC (Closed June to August.) disabili es who live on their own. Teaches skills required to
900 FiIh Street 250-740-6240 live independently.
Monday - Friday, 9:00 am—4:30 pm
HOUSING VANCOUVER ISLAND VOCATIONAL & REHABILITATION
SERVICES LTD. 250-753-4225
BC HOUSING—FIND HOUSING www.vivrs.ca
www.bchousing.org 1-800-257-7756 101-155 Skinner Street
Informa on on housing programs and lis ngs for all Monday to Thursday 8:30 am—4:30 pm
subsidized housing projects in Nanaimo can be found on BC Voca onal and life skills services for persons with disabili es
Housing’s website. or barriers to employment who wish to achieve
• Families employment, access training or aJain community
www.bchousing.org/Find/Family aJachment.
A family is defined as a minimum of two people, including
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www.specialolympics.bc.ca 250-208-5402 /
so.nanaimo.local.coordinator@gmail.com 1-888-854-2276 AVI HEALTH CENTRE 250-754-9111
Through the power of sport, Special Olympics BC transforms www.avi.org
the lives of individuals with intellectual disabili es and those 102 - 55 Victoria Road
who support them. SOBC-Nanaimo offers a wide selec on Provides methadone maintenance for opiate addic on
of Summer and Winter sport programs for athletes of all through a holis c and integrated not-for-profit model,
ages and abili es. provides substance abuse counselling, nursing, Hepa s C
and HIV/AIDS counselling, support and treatment.
Monday - Thursday, 9:00 am—5:00 pm
DROP-IN
COMMUNICABLE DISEASE CLINIC 250-740-2615
ONE STOP YOUTH CENTRE 250-754-1989 ext. 241 8 - 1599 Dufferin Crescent
www.nysa.bc.ca 1-855-922-0220 Counselling and treatment for sexually transmiJed
290 Bas on Street infec ons, tes ng and referral for communicable diseases
Drop-in centre for teens ages 13-18. and TB, and Central Island viral hepa s service.
Tuesday - Thursday, 5:00 pm—9:00 pm Appointments required.
Saturday, 12:00 pm—3:30 pm Monday - Friday, 8:30 am—4:30 pm
PARADISE ISLE SENIORS SOCIETY COMMUNITY OUTREACH DENTAL ENDEAVOUR (CODE)
201 Albert Street 250-754-9566 www.johnhowardbc.ca/regions/ 250-591-0771
Seniors drop-in centre with various ac vi es offered. nanaimo/our-programs/dental-code
Lunch available on Tuesdays and Thursdays. 489 Wallace Street
Monday - Friday, 10:00 am—3:00 pm Not for Profit Dental Clinic. Pa ents are asked to make a
dona on to the clinic for their treatments.
Check website or call for hours of opera on.
EMPLOYMENT
NANAIMO REGIONAL GENERAL HOSPITAL 250-755-7691
SERVICE CANADA 1-800-622-6232 1200 Dufferin Crescent
www.servicecanada.gc.ca
201 - 60 Front Street HEALTH LINK BC CALL 811
Offers informa on on Employment Insurance (EI), www.healthlinkbc.ca
employment training, and social insurance numbers. Free-of-charge provincial health informa on and advice
Monday - Friday, 8:30 am—4:00 pm phone line available in Bri sh Columbia.
VANCOUVER ISLAND VOCATIONAL & REHABILITATION NANAIMO HEALTH UNIT
SERVICES LTD. 250-753-4225 1665 Grant Avenue
www.vivrs.ca Monday - Friday, 8:30 am—4:30 pm
241 Milton Street (main office) • Public Health Nursing 250-755-3342
103 - 321 Wallace Street • Immuniza on Appointments 250-755-3342
Provides specialized employment services to people with • Prenatal Class Registra on 250-755-3308
disabili es in Nanaimo, Parksville and Courtenay through • Adult & Youth Health Clinic 250-755-3345
the Employment Program of BC. Also, provides voca onal • Infant, Child & Family Intake 250-755-3388
rehabilita on services across Vancouver Island. (con nued on next page)
Monday - Friday 8:30 am—4:30 pm
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www.nanaimofoodshare.ca www.workbc.ca
271 Pine Street 101 - 155 Skinner Street 250-714-0085
Provides informa on and referrals to food programs, 255 - 2000 Island Highway North 250-729-5627
including food banks and community kitchens. Also Operates a resource room, offering free access to
provides the following programs: “fruit tree gleaning”, computers, workshops, job pos ngs and job search
“Workshops”, “Good Food Box”, “Home Grown”, “Summer assistance. Job seekers can set up an appointment to meet
Lunch Munch and school snack”, “Scratch” “Nutri on with a Case Manager for one-to-one support with career,
Coupons” and “Kids Get Cooking & Gardening”. Please call training and self-employment explora on as well as job
for informa on. search ac vity.
Monday - Friday, 10:00 am—2:00 pm (Drop in) Monday - Wednesday, 8:30 am—5:00 pm
Thursday, 8:30 am—3:00 pm
ST. ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 250-758-2676 Friday, 8:30 am—4:30 pm
www.standrewsnanaimo.ca
4235 Departure Bay Road NANAIMO YOUTH SERVICES YOUTH EMPLOYMENT CENTRE
Free community lunch every Thursday from September to www.nysa.bc.ca 1-855-922-0220
June. Runs 11:00 am—12:30 pm 290 Bas on Street
Provides employment services to youth ages 16-30.
ST. PAUL’S ANGLICAN CHURCH 250-753-2523 Monday - Friday, 9:00 am—4:00 pm
• 100 Chapel Street Closed from noon—1:00 pm
The Community Neighbours Lunch serves soup and
sandwiches on the third Friday of every month from
12:00 pm—1:00 pm. FIRST NATIONS
• 29 Church Street
Offers $10 grocery cards on the 3rd Tuesday of each ABORIGINAL PEOPLE CRISIS LINE 1-800-588-8717
month, as available. (Open 9:00 am—12:00 pm)
ABORIGINAL CHILD & YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL 250-753-8500 301 - 190 Wallace Street 250-741-5734
www.ssvp.ca Toll Free: 1-866-722-2235
Provides emergency food assistance for those in need who Provides confiden al, free outreach services for aboriginal
qualify, and who are unable to get help from other sources. children, youth and families who may be experiencing
(The above # is an answering machine - an aJempt will be difficul es with thoughts, feelings or behaviours. Provides
made to return the call within a few days). info, workshops & referrals to other community partners.
Walk-in intake hours:
THE SALVATION ARMY MEAL PROGRAM 250-714-1142 Wednesday & Thursday, 9:00 am-12 noon and
19 Nicol Street 1:00 pm-3:00 pm
Open 7 days per week. Lunch is served 12:00 pm—1:00 pm. • FASD Key Workers: Supports any families and caregivers
Supper is served from 4:30 pm—5:30 pm. Nominal fees. of children & youth who are living with FASD by providing
Food hampers now available through Loaves & Fishes at the resources and info tailored to meet individual needs.
Salva;on Army Church loca on, 505 Eighth Street, Monday - Friday, 8:30 am—4:30 pm
Nanaimo. Bi-weekly on Fridays between 1:00 pm—2:00 pm
FRIENDSHIP LELUM YOUTH SAFE HOUSE 250-753-8266
www. llicumlelum.ca
Short-term emergency housing for youth ages 12-18 when
at risk. Assists them to leave the streets and to learn to live
safe, healthy lives.
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www.makola.bc.ca FOOD
22 - 3201 Shenton Road 7-10 CLUB
Provides homes primarily for aboriginal people where they www.nanaimo710club.com 250-714-0917
can feel connected to tradi onal values and community. 205 - 285 Prideaux Street
Provides a free hot nutri ous breakfast and bagged lunch to
MINISTRY OF CHILDREN AND FAMILY DEVELOPMENT— go.
ABORIGINAL SERVICES 250-741-5734 Monday - Friday, 7:00 am—10:00 am
301 - 190 Wallace Street Toll Free: 1-866-722-2235
Services offered include family service team, inves ga ons LOAVES & FISHES COMMUNITY FOOD BANKS
into claims of abuse and neglect, child and youth special www.loavesandfishes.org 250-754-8347
needs. ID for everyone in the household and recent piece of official
Monday - Friday, 9:00 am—4:00 pm , Closed noon—1:00 pm mail required for registration. Regular hampers picked up
bi-weekly.
NANAIMO ABORIGINAL CENTRE 250-585-0947 Food 4U Hampers every Monday, Wednesday, Thursday,
www.nanaimoaboriginalcentre.ca Friday & Saturday.
Email: info@nanaimoaboriginalcentre.ca • 1009 Farquhar Street (off Haliburton Street)
Offers a variety of educa on programs/schooling services Monday, 5:00 pm—7:00 pm (& Food 4U hamper)
for students in grades K-12. Operates two housing Wednesday, 10:00 am—2:00 pm (& Food 4U hamper)
complexes with a total of 60 units: Sanala (564 FiIh Street) Thursday, 1:00 pm—3:00 pm (& Food 4U hamper)
and Nuutsumuut Lelum (1406 Bowen Road). Programs/ • Nanaimo Alliance Church (1609 Meredith Road)
services/community ac vi es are open to all Nanaimo Tuesday, 1:00 pm—2:30 pm
residents and visitors • The Neighbourhood Church (4951 Rutherford Road)
• Aboriginal Family Night Thursday, 6:30 pm—8:00 pm
th
Second Tuesday of every month at 5:30 pm at NDSS • Salvation Army Church (505-8 Street)
Friday, 1:00 – 2:30pm (& Food 4U hamper)
SNUNEYMUXW FIRST NATION • Generations Church (1300 Princess Avenue)
www.snuneymuxw.ca Saturday, 11:00 am—noon (& Food 4U hamper)
• Office 250-740-2300
• Health Centre (668B Centre Street) 250-740-2337 MEALS ON WHEELS 250-753-1300
• Daycare (668A Centre Street) 250-740-2334 www.nanaimomealsonwheels.ca
• Youth Centre (474 Centre Street) 250-754-1300 Delivers hot meals to people's homes for a small fee. Must
be referred by another person.
TILLICUM LELUM ABORIGINAL FRIENDSHIP CENTRE
www. llicumlelum.ca 250-753-4417 NANAIMO COMMUNITY KITCHENS SOCIETY
Promotes jus ce, fairness and equality for aboriginal people www.nanaimocommunitykitchens.org 250-753-7470
through a holis c approach to programming and services. 271 Pine Street
Monday - Friday, 9:00 am—5:00 pm Par cipants build skills, knowledge, friendships and self-
• Educa on Centre (927 Haliburton Street) 250-753-8291 esteem while preparing low-cost healthy meals. Programs
• Health Centre (602 Haliburton Street) 250-753-6578 include Community cooking groups. “Cooking Out of the
Box” (uses a monthly box of fruit and vegetables), “Bellies to
Babies & Beyond” (a 10 week cooking series for pregnant
women and parents of infants).
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